Muswellbrook Art Prize - Call for Artists · Apply by Feb 1, 2027 · OpenCall

Muswellbrook Art Prize

Artists are invited to enter the 2027 Muswellbrook Art Prize, which awards $70,000 across painting, works on paper, and ceramics.

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Deadline: 79 days left
Entry fee: Not listed - check the source
Award: $70,000
Location: Muswellbrook Regional Arts Centre
Exhibition window: Apr 3, 2027 → Jun 5, 2027
Applicants notified: Feb 12, 2027

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About

Overview

The Muswellbrook Art Prize, established in 1958, is one of regional Australia's richest art prizes, awarding $70,000 in acquisitive prizes across painting, works on paper, and ceramics. The prize celebrates excellence in contemporary Australian art and has helped build the Muswellbrook Shire Art Collection, featuring works by leading Australian artists. It is supported by Muswellbrook Shire Council and Bengalla Mining Company.

Awards & Prizes

$70,000 in total acquisitive prizes.
Painting: $50,000
Works on Paper: $10,000
Ceramics: $10,000

Key Dates

Entries close: Midnight, Monday 1 February 2027
Finalists announced: Friday 12 February 2027
Exhibition launch and winners announced: Saturday 3 April 2027, 4–6pm
Exhibition dates: 3 April – 5 June 2027

Media accepted

ceramicsdrawinginstallationpaintingpublic art

Award: $70,000 in acquisitive prizes across three categories: Painting ($50,000), Works on Paper ($10,000) and Ceramics ($10,000).
Theme: The Muswellbrook Art Prize celebrates excellence in contemporary Australian art.
Eligibility: Accepting applications from National (Australia) artists.

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